Rest Retreat, June 2027
Costa Blanca, Spain
• Mon. 14th — Sat. 19th June, 2027 •
My next yoga retreat, set at a lovely, secluded finca in the countryside between Murcia and Alicante, is all about rest. Surrounded by pine trees, orange groves, and sea views, we’ll be unwinding with gentle movement, a variety of rest practices, delicious food and even a peacock named Henry! This 5-night retreat will be the dreamiest start to the summer ever.
And this year, I’m bringing in my pal Franita for the third year in a row to bring her signature floating sound bath and rest workshop as featured offerings on our ‘restreat’, plus her incredible massage and facial treatments if you want to make this trip even more restorative.
You can join in solo, with a partner or with pals, and you definitely don’t need to be particularly bendy, strong or “good” at yoga poses to participate. This is a time for you to enjoy some gentle movement and stillness, to rest, to reconnect with yourself, and be as social, active, quiet or potato-y as you want.
Sound good? Join us in June, 2027!
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Freedom! Everything is optional, and I encourage you to spend your time exactly how you would like
Three delicious, locally sourced plant-based meals per day, with options for allergies and other dietary requirements. Note: on arrival and departure days, we will only have one meal at the venue
Two gentle yoga classes a day, plus optional mid-retreat workshops
Lots of free time to chill, read, nap, walk, swim, lie by the pool, etc.
Option to book a massage from a local massage therapist
Optional day trip or activity
Yoga chat outside of classes – feel free to ask any questions whilst you have me, whether about asana (yoga postures), philosophy, meditation or breathing techniques
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Wake up tea/coffee/fruit/fresh juice/snack
09:00, Morning yoga (gentle flows, at a reasonable pace)
10:30, Big communal brunch
Free time - chill, pool time, or explore on a walk!
15:00, Snack (as well as coffee, herbal tea and fruit to snack on all day)
17:45, Evening yoga (static/chilled/restful)
19:30, Dinner followed by whatever you want to do – chat, play games, or do your own thing :)
*Subject to change! Note that there will only be one class on both arrival and departure days
meet your instructors
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Sophia Tupy
I’m a yoga and creative movement facilitator from California, based in London. I teach yoga with a playful approach to movement, a practical approach to philosophy and a deep belief in the power of rest. As a recovering perfectionist, I create spaces where you can be your weird, imperfect self on and off the mat.
Retreats, for me, are a space where you can remember who you were before all the pressure of contemporary life. A much-needed return to the real you!
For more information about my work, check my about page, or just have a roam around the rest of my site.
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Fran Rajewski
Fran is a sound and body therapist with over fifteen years of experience. Raised in France, she is now based in Málaga — though you may have seen her work when featured on the BBC!
From soundscapes to bodywork and massage to facial treatments, she creates custom experiences for each client, attuning to each individual’s needs. It is never one-size-fits-all with Fran, as she celebrates each body’s unique qualities and requirements.
For more insight into Franita’s work, check out her website here.
Sammati
This countryside Finca is our home away from home, just next to the border between the provinces of Valencia and Murcia. The owners have their own orange groves on the surrounding farm and enjoy views of the neighbouring hillsides and seaside — an easy 20-minute drive away.
With 11 bedrooms, beautiful grounds and a spacious pool, there is ample space for solo or social time. We’ll be enjoying meals at a communal table, yoga sessions on the shaded outdoor platform or in the indoor shala, and an optional day down at one of the stunning local beaches. Or if you’d prefer to stay in our little retreat bubble, there are nearby walks to wander and plenty of pockets on the grounds to simply enjoy the quiet time in nature.
Feel free to contact me if you have any specific requests or questions.
Scroll down for room costs!
The Yoga
Whether we’re practising al fresco amongst the pine trees on the shaded yoga platform or inside the light-filled shala, all of our yoga will focus on embodiment, connection and rest. We’ll have access to mats, bolsters, cushions, blocks and other props to support the practice.
Morning classes will involve gentle movement, but will be paced to cultivate awareness rather than sweat. The evening classes will be more meditative and static (think yin/nidra/restorative styles).
All classes will include asana (posture/movement), pranayama (breathing techniques) and meditation, with some yoga philosophy chats woven in. But don't worry, you don’t need to know yoga terms to join in! I always prioritise a low-pressure, welcoming, enjoyable environment in class.
Classes on retreat tend to be longer than a typical studio class, so we can take our time and cover the deeper aspects of yoga postures, alignment, or philosophy.
The sessions are designed so that everyone in the group can join, whether you're new or experienced. It’s a practice for all to enjoy without the angst of having to look or be a certain way. Do you!
Getting There
The nearest airports are Murcia (RMU: ~40mins drive) and Alicante (ALC: ~60mins drive). While Murcia is closest, Alicante offers many more flight options. I recommend arriving between 12:30 and 2:00 pm so you can share a transfer/carpool with others coming from that airport. Alternatively, you’re welcome to hire a car (especially if you’re interested in venturing off-property during your downtime) or book a pre-arranged taxi or Uber from the airport on your own or in a smaller group. If enough of the group are interested in journeying up together, I’m happy to connect you for a group transfer to make transport from/to the airport most cost-efficient. For the return flight, I recommend any flight from 1:00 pm or later so you can join the final class and eat breakfast before departure. It will also make a group transfer back to Murcia and/or Alicante airport much more likely. If you prefer a later flight, you can spend the afternoon exploring Murcia or Alicante before heading back to the airport.
If you’re flying in from London and want in on the group transfer, here's a link with all the up-to-date direct flights with these time frames in mind.I’m happy to discuss travel options with you! If you’re looking to extend your trip, you could even travel by train to Alicante or Murcia and join the group transfer at the airport.
What's included
5 nights' accommodation at Sammati Wellness Finca
Food — two big meals a day, plus snacks throughout the day
Bed linen, bath and pool towels
All yoga classes with Sophia, use of yoga mats and props
Rest workshop and group floating sound bath with Fran
What's not included
Flights to/from Murcia or Alicante (nearest airports)
Transfers
Travel insurance – strongly advised that you arrange this beforehand
Alcohol, additional food and any other extras purchased independently, including massage and activities/day trip (beer, wine and snacks can be purchased ahead of time or in the nearest town, a 7-minute drive away)
Room Pricing
Prices are listed per person in GBP (subject to standard daily currency conversion rate and bank/payment processor fees if paying in EUR or another currency), and spaces are booked via deposit through the link below.
All of my offerings are gender-inclusive spaces, including shared rooms on retreats. If you are booking a single space in a shared room, or a room that shares a bathroom, you might be sharing space with someone who does not have the same gender identity as you. I will always endeavour to arrange rooms to prioritise everyone’s comfort, and I also expect everyone on retreat with me to be respectful and considerate of others’ privacy and individuality.
If you have any other questions about the rooms, please don’t hesitate to ask. I’d be happy to discuss finding the most suitable room for you.
If the room you want is sold out, fill in the booking form below, and I’ll put you on the waitlist.
Twin/Double Room, Private Bathroom - one room left
Private or shared room with private bathroom
£1199 - twin bed in a shared room; per person*
£1399 - solo occupancy; entire double bedroom to yourself
Twin/Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Private or shared room, shared bathroom between two rooms
£1099 - twin bed in a shared room; per person*
£1249 - solo occupancy; entire double bedroom to yourself
Twin/Double Downstairs Apartment
Private studio with bathroom & kitchenette
£1449 - double occupancy; per person, sharing a twin/double studio*
£1849 - solo occupancy; entire studio to yourself
Twin/Double Upstairs Apartment - WAITLIST ONLY
Private studio with bathroom, balcony & kitchenette
£1449 - double occupancy; per person, sharing a twin/double studio*
£1949 - solo occupancy; entire studio to yourself
*Option to convert twins to one double bed: if you are attending with someone else and booking a room together, please specify whether you would like the beds arranged as twins or a double!
Book your spot
A 30% non-refundable deposit will secure your place, and I’ll send you a message as soon as I get the payment to confirm your booking. All subsequent payments can be made via bank transfer or payment link; details will be included in your confirmation email.
For full terms and conditions, including payments and cancellation, see this page.
For any other questions or concerns not clarified on those pages, shoot me an email: sophia@kinaesthetic.studio
You can also set up a payment plan once you’ve paid your deposit!
Choose your room type to pay your 30% non-refundable deposit and secure your place on the retreat
Got any questions? Please fill in this form with any questions you have.
If one of the rooms you wanted is ‘sold out’ please let me know and I can put you on a waiting list!
